1992 Porsche 928 vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3. 2009 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alpina |
| Model | 928 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |
